How to Use DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth to Repair Windows

Don’t know how to scan your operating system for corrupt files? Or want to repair system files in Windows 10, then the DISM command comes to save you. You can use this command for Windows 11 also.

DISM is an acronym for Deployment Image Servicing and Management Tool. DISM is a utility command that is used to do service of Windows images. Additionally it is utilized for repairing corrupt files and scanning them in Windows, especially in Windows 10 and 11.

In this technical guide, we will explain how to fix the Disk issue on the operating system you are logged in. Furthermore, we will explain how the DISM.exe/Online/Cleanup-Image/Restorehealth command works. Let’s discuss it further below. Or go directly to the video on the bottom of the page.

What is DISM?

Deployment Image Servicing Management Tool (DISM.exe) is a Windows-built command used for managing and servicing Windows images. You can access this command by using the command-line interface or by opening Windows PowerShell.

How to Repair Windows 10 or Windows 11 Image Using DISM Command Error: (0x800f081f):

DISM commands consist of various features to repair the Windows 10 or 11 images. Some of its features are as follows:

• ScanHealth
• CheckHealth
• RestoreHealth

You can use these features according to the severity of the issue. To repair locally available images, use RestoreHealth.

DISM Command using CheckHealth:

CheckHealth: Quickly assesses if the image has been flagged as corrupted.
The CheckHealth feature of the DISM command is responsible for determining the corrupt files inside the Windows 10 and 11 images. To check Windows image issues, follow the steps below:

1. Open the Start-up Menu on the left side of the taskbar.
2. Search for Command Prompt.
3. Select the first option, “ Run as Administrator”.
4. Then type the following command: DISM/Online/Cleanup-Image/CheckHealth to check the system.
5. Once all steps have been completed, the DISM checks for any files or data that may require repairs.

DISM Command using ScanHealth:

ScanHealth: Performs a more thorough scan to detect corruption.
The ScanHealth is used to perform an advanced scan to find issues in the system. Follow the steps to check the problem in the image using the ScanHealth option:

1. Open the Start-up Menu on the left side of the taskbar.
2. Search for Command Prompt.
3. Select the first option, “ Run as Administrator”.
4. Then type the following command: DISM/Online/Cleanup-Image/ScanHealth to check the system.
5. After completion of all steps, it takes some time to scan to see if anything needs to be fixed.

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth

DISM Command using RestoreHealth:

RestoreHealth: Scans and repairs the image using Windows Update or a specified source.
If the system image has any issues, then these issues can be resolved automatically by running the RestoreHealth command in the command prompt. Follow these steps to repair the Windows 10 and 11 image problem.

1. Open the Start-up Menu on the left side of the taskbar.
2. Search for Command Prompt.
3. Select the first option, “ Run as Administrator”.
4. Then type the following command: DISM/Online/Cleanup-Image/RestoreHealth to check the system.

• Note: On running the DISM/Online/Cleanup-Image/RestoreHealth command, the system screen stuck for a few moments. Don’t panic; after a couple of seconds, the process will be automatically completed successfully.

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Using Install Wim.Image to Resolve Problem With DISM:

Most of the time, DISM doesn’t create any problems. But if the DISM tool detects an issue while repairing the damaged files or the internet disconnects while repairing, then there is another way by using the Source option.

First of all, you need to ensure that the files match the version and language you are trying to fix. For this, you can use the install.wim file.

Downloading the Windows 10 or Windows 11 ISO file:

If you want another source file, then media creation will help you to download a fresh copy of Windows 10 or Windows 11. To download the Windows 10 or 11 ISO file, follow the steps given below:

1. Search for Microsoft Support Website on Google.
2. After opening the Microsoft support search for Windows 10 or Windows 11.
3. Click the Download button.
4. Now open MediaCeationTool.exe to launch the setup of Windows 10 or 11.
5. On opening the media creation, select Create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO file ) for another PC option.
6. Click on the Next button.
7. Select the language, architecture, or version you want to download.
8. Click on the Next Button.
9. Now select the ISO file option.

   

10. Click the Next button.
11. Select the destination folder to install the ISO file.
12. Click on the Save button.
13. Now open the link to the file location in File Explorer.
14. Finally, click the Finish button.
15. Double-click the Windows.iso file to mount the image.
16. Confirm the drive for the mount point of the ISO file under This PC section.

After completing all steps, use the DISM tool using the Source option to repair the damaged image locally saved on your computer.

Fixing Windows 10 or Windows 11 Recovery Image:

If you want to run the DISM tool with an alternate source, for example, install.win then follow the steps given below:

1. Open the StartUp menu.
2. Search for Command Prompt.
3. Run Command Prompt as Administrator.
4. Type the below command to repair the image. DISM/Online/Cleanup/Image/RestoreHealth/Source:F:\Sources\install.win

Note: In this command, replace F with the path displayed on your File Explorer.

Once you have completed all the steps, the command will automatically scan and resolve all problems using the install.win file.